We are so happy that your daughter is considering membership in Alpha Phi! Alpha Phi is a loyal sisterhood of women courageously pursuing limitless excellence. We are comprised of 175 collegiate chapters and more than 290,000 members.

As she begins her Alpha Phi journey at the University of Arkansas, we want to be certain she has the opportunities to grow, make friends and have fun. Most of all, we hope that her collegiate experience enriches her education, provides professional networking opportunities and sets the tone for life after graduation.

As a student and new member, we encourage her to get involved, explore new interests, get to know other sisters and fellow students and take an active part in the life of her chapter and college or university.

We’re so proud of the outstanding members that make up our exceptional organization. We’re committed to providing an extraordinary member experience during your Alpha Phi’s four years of college and, most importantly, for all the years ahead.

At a university as rich in tradition as Arkansas, it is rare to be able to be able to build a new set of traditions. As a founding member of Alpha Phi, your daughter will have the same events and experiences as members of other chapters, but will also have the chance to shape Alpha Phi into the experience she has been looking for. She will also have pride in knowing that she has helped to create something new and left a lasting legacy at the University of Arkansas.

Her Alpha Phi journey will kick off with Bid Day on September 8 followed by a six-week new member program. She will learn all about Alpha Phi and have an abundance of opportunities to bond with her new sisters.

She will have a full calendar to look forward to in Alpha Phi with philanthropy events, social functions, big/little reveal, Homecoming and so much more. You can learn more about the founding member experience here.

“As a founding member and the first chapter president at the University of Georgia, I experienced the unwavering commitment of Alpha Phi to foster growth and empowerment among its newest chapters and members. I found a network that supported and inspired me, nurturing not only my personal development, but also instilling the values of unity and sisterhood. Serving as the founding president of our chapter molded my confidence and leadership skills essential for success beyond my undergraduate years. The invaluable lessons learned during my term continue to guide me as I progress in my career, and have ultimately made me a better pharmacist for my interdisciplinary team and patients.” – Brooke Coffelt (Kappa Epsilon-Georgia), Founding Chapter President

Alpha Phi will provide your daughter with one-of-a-kind leadership and learning experiences that will enhance her ability to achieve her professional goals. Being an Alpha Phi is empowering, and we believe the resources, opportunities and relationships she will gain as an Alpha Phi helps us as women committed to positively impacting the world.

After Bid Day, every member will join a committee and have the power to shape the future of Arkansas Alpha Phi. No matter what your daughter is interested in, there will be a committee for her! From banners to event planning to recruitment, she will be able to explore her interests and take the first step on her Alpha Phi leadership journey.

This fall, we will hold our first officer elections! The chapter will have the following officers on their Executive Council:

• Chapter President
• VP Health, Wellness & Accountability
• VP Membership Recruitment
• VP Finance & Housing
• VP New Member Education
• VP Member Experience
• VP Marketing
• VP Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Following Elections, the officers will appoint the Panhellenic Delegate and Executive Administrator to complete the Executive Council and appoint the officers in their departments.

In addition to the chapter’s leadership positions, Alpha Phi has numerous leadership training and development opportunities available to our members, and Arkansas Alpha Phis will be able to participate in them as soon as they join. You can read more about them here. 

It is your daughter’s responsibility to fulfill certain membership obligations designated by the chapter. These responsibilities may include maintaining a certain grade point average, completing a certain number of community service hours and participating in the chapter’s recruitment and philanthropy events. All members should abide by Alpha Phi’s policies and procedures, should live in the facility when applicable, should participate in the chapter’s recruitment and philanthropy events, and should stay current in their dues and fees. You can read more about Arkansas Alpha Phi’s dues and fees here.

Alpha Phi members hold themselves and their sisters to high academic standards. Your daughter must be enrolled as a full-time student and maintain a satisfactory scholastic record to remain a member in good standing. The Arkansas Alpha Phi chapter will appoint a Director of Scholarship dedicated to academic programming and ensures members are supported in their educational endeavors.The chapter will set a minimum GPA based on this campus and the other Panhellenic sororities.

Alpha Phi Foundation scholarships help Alpha Phis pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees. These scholarships are made possible by generous donors. Each year, the Foundation awards more than $430,000 in scholarships to outstanding Alpha Phis. Scholarship applications are due March 1 each year and scholarships are awarded in July for use in the upcoming academic year. You can learn more about Alpha Phi Foundation scholarships here.

Alpha Phis embody the Fraternity’s High Ideals of Membership, which are character, generosity, sisterhood and innovation. Guided by these ideals, Alpha Phi has developed empowering programs to actively support the growth, education, health and well-being of our members. We utilize a combination of proven industry experts and emerging companies to deliver cutting-edge programmatic experiences. Alpha Phi focuses on topics relevant to today’s collegiate experience that speak to the diverse learning styles of Gen Z. Using a multi-faceted approach, programs have been selected to supplement the educational opportunities provided by the University of Arkansas. You can learn more about the programs that Arkansas Alpha Phis will have access to here.

Alpha Phi values continue to impact the lives of our members long after graduation. Following her time in college, your daughter will become part of one of our 131 alumnae communities across the world, stay involved with her collegiate chapter as a volunteer, participate in community service projects with other alumnae or serve as a professional mentor to collegiate women. You can learn more about the alumnae experience in Alpha Phi here.

We believe that family is an essential part of our members’ lives. We welcome the involvement of parents and families in family events for the chapter. From attending exciting events like Dad’s Weekend and Mom’s Weekend to supporting our philanthropic endeavors, your involvement enriches our sisterhood. We encourage parents to stay connected through our online platforms and to reach out with any questions or concerns. Your support is invaluable to our members’ growth and development. We would love to have you attend Bid Day. There will be opportunities for you to purchase your daughter additional Alpha Phi merchandise, buy parent merchandise and join the parent club!